First up, Gerard has signed on to star in the Curtis Hansen directed-film, Mavericks. Based on the true story of Santa Cruz surf phenom Jay Moriarity and his quest to ride the treacherous Northern California breaks known as Mavericks, where winter swells create waves the size of five-story buildings. Gerard will play Rick “Frosty” Hesson, the mentor who trained Moriarity for over a year and forged a close relationship with the surfer in the process. Filming is set to begin in October. Read more from Deadline.com…

As previously rumored, The Weinstein Co. has obtained the U.S. rights to Ralph Fiennes’ directorial debut, “Coriolanus,” in Berlin. In addition, TWC has acquired pan-Asian pay TV rights to “Coriolanus,” which the outfit was circling before the European Film Market kicked off on Thursday. TWC is planning a U.S. release this year. Read more…

WOW, we can’t believe it, but it’s true …. Gerard Butler Dot Net is celebrating its TEN year anniversary! We can’t believe it’s been 10 years since three friends decided to create a place for people to learn about a little-known actor who played Dracula and Attila. How time flies and how things change!!! We couldn’t be happier to still be here and still supporting a man we have come to call “friend” through all his success and hard work.

Of course, we wouldn’t be here without the countless hours of help from volunteers who help manage our gallery, news and newsletter. We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the countless contributions from fans across the globe who send in their pictures and news finds. We couldn’t do what we do without the continued support of Gerry, Alan Siegel, Danielle Robinson (thanks guys!!) and the film professionals who send us project news and updates!!

Every year so many of you want to wish Gerard a Happy Valentine’s Day, we at GerardButler.Net strive to make those wishes also benefit those in need. Instead of sendings cards and gifts, we ask that you use the same amount you would have spent on those things and donate it to Kids Kicking Cancer. Over the last four years, GB.Net has raised over $60,000 during this campaign. This year’s campaign will run until March 15, 2011. Click here to donate and leave a Valentine’s message for Gerry!

The Weinstein Company is negotiating for U.S. distribution rights to Coriolanus. Read more…

MACHINE GUN PREACHER
Test screenings of Machine Gun Preacher have been conducted and early feedback is positive for this highly dramatic film. Have you seen the film? Drop us a note in comments and tell us what you think! Read more…

GALLERY ADDITIONS

Gerard attends the Audi & Weinstein Company Party Sponsored By Godiva Chocolate Vodka in honor of the Academy Award nominated film, The King’s Speech. View more pictures…

Happy Holidays to all our visitors far and wide from everyone at GerardButler.Net. May you enjoy peace, happiness and success in the coming year. Holiday message for Gerry can be left in our Virtual Fan Mail.

HELLO MAGAZINE MOST ATTRACTIVE MAN FINALE VOTE
Once again, Gerard has made it to Hello Magazine’s Most Attractive Man of the Year Finale Vote. Cast your vote here!

PLAYING THE FIELD
Playing the Field, a new comedy from Gerard’s production company, is set to start production in March 2011 in and around the Shreveport, Louisiana area. Read more…

CORIOLANUS
Ralph Fiennes will bring Coriolanus to Berlin for its international debut. Read more…

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON
How To Train Your Dragon netted 15 nominations for the Annie Awards, including one for Gerard for his voice work as Stoick the Vast in the film. Congrats to Gerry and the cast!!! Read more…

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